Here is a sample of some of the great nature programs the Delawana Inn Spa & Conference Resort has offered.

Royal Island Hike
Discover the flora, fauna, and history of Royal Island. Enjoy a guided hike with a Wye Marsh naturalist who will help you to uncover this unique setting.


High Tech Treasure Hunting
After an introductory lesson on using Global Positioning System (GPS) units, you will be asked to correctly answer animal trivia questions that will lead you to a geocache treasure. The team that correctly answers the most questions and returns with the most treasures will be awarded official bragging rights!


Wet N’ Scaly
An introduction to the diversity of reptiles in Ontario, this live animal show will offer you an up close glimpse of some of our neighboring snakes and turtles.  Wye Marsh staff will point out identification features and behavioral adaptations, as well as ways in which you can help protect these threatened species.


Beausoleil Island Guided Hike
Join the Wye Marsh for a fascinating tour of Beausoleil Island’s rich natural and cultural history. This four-hour guided tour will include a visit to the remains of an ancient Ojibway settlement, a controversial natural spring and the infamous Giant’s Chair.


Animal Party!
Snakes and Lizards may make you shudder and Rats may make you cringe, but there is more to these animals then HOLLYWOOD lets you see. Walking through a zoo can be interesting, but how many times have you wanted to reach out and touch the animals??  At our Animal Party, you'll have the chance to do just that!


Pond Peeking
With dip nets in hand, participants of all ages will enjoy uncovering the Marsh Monsters that reside in a small pond on Royal Island.  Find larva, leaches, striders, and snails and learn how to identify the creatures with the help of a Wye Marsh Naturalist. Discover how these creatures are adapted to an aquatic-life, and what they can tell us about environmental quality.


Brush with Nature
Create a lasting view of Georgian Bay vistas by painting your scene using water colours. This program will help you open your eyes and re-discover the natural beauty of Georgian Bay, as well as the fun of painting! This water colour course is geared towards beginners, though those with experience painting will have fun too! All supplies are provided - all you need is imagination!


Orienteering
After learning the basic skills of compass and map reading, you will be challenged with both a photo orienteering course (Delawana main land), as well as a control orienteering course (Royal Island). Earn points for your accuracy and uncover a riddle!


Wild Detectives
Straight walkers, bounders, hoppers, and waddlers are roaming the Delawana Inn! You will learn what these terms mean and will get the opportunity to uncover the truth behind the mysterious tracks around the grounds using your new animal tracking skills. In addition, each participant will make a cast of their favorite animal footprint mold.


Cosmic Connections & Star Party
Start off with an interactive presentation and learn such things as “why do stars shine”.  You’ll also learn about the many different objects that populate our universe (meteors, comets, planets, the milky way, etc.).  A little later, come on back for the fabulous Star Party!  Using telescopes and binoculars, you’ll head outside to examine the skies above.  Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.

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